Top 10 Wedding Trends for 2025

Photo By Rosie Cheeks Photography

Planning your dream wedding in 2025? From bold color palettes to intentional guest lists, this year’s biggest wedding trends are all about personal style, meaningful moments, and stress-free planning. Whether you're newly engaged or finalizing your details, here are the top wedding trends for 2025 that will inspire a celebration as unique as your love story.

1. Smaller, More Meaningful Guest Lists

One of the biggest wedding planning trends of 2025 is scaling down your guest count to prioritize connection. Couples are choosing intimate weddings so they can spend quality time with their nearest and dearest — without the overwhelm of a massive crowd.

Pro tip: Smaller weddings often mean more room in the budget for upgraded experiences, custom menus, or dreamy décor.

2. All-Inclusive Wedding Venues

Time is precious, and couples in 2025 are looking for venues that do it all. All-inclusive wedding venues like Rose Briar Place offer everything from catering and coordination to cakes and an MC — all under one roof. This trend is a game-changer for busy couples who want to plan with ease and celebrate stress-free.

3. Sustainable Wedding Ideas

Eco-friendly weddings are more popular than ever. From zero-waste wedding favors to digital invitations and locally-sourced florals, sustainability is a key part of modern wedding planning.

Other green choices couples are loving:

• Renting instead of buying decor

• Choosing reusable centerpieces

• Donating leftover food

4. Bold & Moody Wedding Color Palettes

While soft pastels and neutrals remain timeless, 2025 is all about bold wedding colors. Think rust orange, emerald green, deep plum, or even pops of cobalt blue. These dramatic tones create a rich, romantic atmosphere and photograph beautifully — especially in fall and winter weddings.

5. Personalized Ceremony Experiences

Today’s couples want their ceremonies to reflect who they are. Expect more personalized wedding ceremonies in 2025, with unique vows, pet ring bearers, cultural traditions, and non-traditional officiants like friends or family.

It’s all about telling your story — your way.

6. Interactive Food & Drink Stations

Want to wow your guests? Bring in interactive wedding catering options like:

• Build-your-own taco or pasta bars

• Charcuterie grazing tables

• Hot cocoa stations (perfect for winter weddings!)

• Custom cocktail bars with names inspired by your love story

These stations double as food and entertainment.

7. Unique Wedding Entertainment Ideas

Standard DJs are getting a major upgrade. Unique wedding entertainment is trending for 2025, with couples opting for:

• Live event painters

• Audio guest books

• Firework or sparkler exits

• Silent discos

• Magicians or live poetry booths

The goal? Keep guests talking about your wedding long after the last dance.

8. Statement Lighting & Hanging Installations

Lighting has become one of the most important design elements. In 2025, expect to see:

• Candlelit aisles

• Twinkle-light ceilings

• Oversized floral chandeliers

• Custom neon signs

This trend brings major ambiance and looks amazing in wedding photos.

9. Weekday & Off-Peak Weddings

With Saturdays booking up fast and inflation affecting costs, couples are embracing weekday weddings and off-season wedding dates. Not only do you get more availability, but you’ll also save money — and vendors might offer better packages.

Bonus tip: Guests love the unique feel of a mid-week celebration.

10. Comfort Over Tradition

This year, comfort is key. Couples are letting go of stiff traditions in favor of feeling relaxed and confident. Popular ideas include:

• Bridal sneakers

• Reception dress changes (hello, jumpsuits!)

• Mismatched bridesmaid looks

• Lounge areas instead of formal seating

• Late-night comfort food

Remember: if it doesn’t feel like “you,” it’s okay to skip it.

🎉 Final Thoughts on 2025 Wedding Trends

If you're planning a 2025 wedding, the biggest trend of all is making it personal. From all-inclusive wedding packages to sustainable details and bold decor, couples are crafting celebrations that feel intentional, relaxed, and deeply meaningful.

Want a venue that keeps up with the latest wedding trends? At Rose Briar Place, we offer all-inclusive packages, customizable options, and a full team to help bring your vision to life — no stress, all celebration.

Schedule your tour today and see why so many couples are choosing Rose Briar Place for their 2025 wedding!